# VR-Powered Therapeutic Treatments 'EaseVRx' Utilizes VR Tools for Therapeutic Pain Treatment By Colin Smith | Published 2021-11-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vrpowered-therapeutic-treatments References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/16/22785609/vr-chronic-pain-fda) & [appliedvr.io](https://appliedvr.io/)  The world of VR-powered therapeutic treatments is still a very small one. The '[EaseVRx](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appliedvr)' functions as a digital alternative to traditional therapeutic pain-relievers. Developed by 'Applied VR,' the EaseVRx uses a VR headset paired with a small device geared towards amplifying the user's breathing sounds. The EaseVRx focuses on relaxation, distraction, and [innovative forms of cognitive therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-rehabilitation-system) to reduce the amount of pain the user feels. Also, it is important to note that the pain reduction can last for several months after using EaseVRx. While this may seem like magic to some, the EaseVRx has achieved [FDA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronic-pain-treatments) approval with a testing study reporting a 30% reduction in pain in EaseVRx users. VR therapeutics are an interesting psychological tool because they function without requiring the ingesting of any drug or substance. Despite this, VR therapeutics still demonstrate concrete results in the realm of pain reduction. Image Credit: Applied VR ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vr-powered Therapeutic Treatments:** The trend of utilizing VR tools for therapeutic pain treatment is growing quickly and developing innovative forms of cognitive therapy. - **Digital Health:** The trend of using digital health tools for pain management and other illnesses is breaking new ground. - **Non-pharmaceutical Pain Relief:** The trend of using non-pharmaceutical methods for pain relief such as VR therapeutics is creating opportunities for innovation without the need for drugs or substances. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can develop more innovative treatments like VR-powered therapy to alleviate pain while minimizing drug dependency. - **Technology:** With a growing use of immersive technologies, the technology industry can collaborate with healthcare providers to create solutions like VR-powered therapy that optimize wellness. - **Wellness:** The wellness industry can invest in innovations like VR-powered therapy, providing opportunities for forward-thinking approaches to physical and mental pain management. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Back Pain-Focused VR Therapy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appliedvr.md) - [VR-Based Chronic Pain Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronic-pain-treatments.md) - [VR-Based Pain Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smileyscope.md) - [Mobile VR Pain Management Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowly.md) - [AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality Therapies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-reality-therapy.md) - [VR Physiotherapy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superhero-therapy.md) - [VR-Powered Therapy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rey-1.md) - [Gamified VR Therapy Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/behavr.md) - [Healing VR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healing-vr-experiences.md)